Senior Resource Geologist

The Legends Agency; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A mining consultancy in Centurion is seeking a Senior Resource Geologist to lead advanced geological modelling and resource estimation across multiple commodities. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of geological experience, including specific expertise in resource estimation and consulting. This role offers hybrid flexibility, travel opportunities, and a chance to collaborate with top-tier professionals in the field.

Benefits

Hybrid flexibility

Structured learning opportunities

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• 8+ years of geological experience, 5+ in production geology.
• 5+ years in Mineral Resource estimation and in consulting.
• Strong writing and reporting capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive Mineral Resource estimation projects across various commodities.
• Execute geological modelling using traditional and implicit methods.
• Contribute to technical reports in line with JORC, SAMREC, and NI 43-101.

Skills

Geological modelling

Resource estimation

Technical sign-off

Exploratory data analysis

Geostatistics

Client engagement

Education

MSc in Geology

SACNASP registration

Tools

Datamine

Leapfrog Geo

Leapfrog Edge

Surpac

Job description

Senior Resource Geologist

Multi-commodity resource estimation leaders, your expertise is in demand!

• Based in Centurion, Gauteng
• Geological modelling | Resource estimation | Technical sign-off
• Travel across Africa & internationally
• Permanent role | Hybrid flexibility | EE candidates preferred
• Market-related salary package

A specialist mining consultancy is searching for a Senior Resource Geologist to lead advanced geological modelling, Mineral Resource estimation, and exploration advisory across multiple commodities. This is a senior technical position suited to a results‑oriented professional who thrives in fast‑paced, consulting‑led environments, someone who can work across the value chain, deliver high‑quality outputs, and mentor others in the art and science of resource estimation.

If you are ready to take ownership of project delivery, collaborate with top‑tier professionals, and contribute to a team that values precision, innovation, and continuous learning, read on.

Your impact:

• Drive end-to-end Mineral Resource estimation projects across gold, platinum, copper, iron ore, coal, and industrial minerals.
• Execute geological modelling using both traditional and implicit methods.
• Apply exploratory data analysis, domaining, geostatistics, and reconciliation processes.
• Deliver accurate, defendable block models and Resource statements.
• Compile and contribute to technical reports in line with JORC, SAMREC, and NI 43-101.
• Serve as Competent Person where eligible and qualified.
• Support clients with exploration planning and decision‑making.
• Manage and validate geological databases, QA/QC, and internal admin protocols.
• Train and guide junior geologists on software, methods, and technical reasoning.
• Contribute to proposals and develop long‑term client relationships.

What you bring:

• MSc in Geology (essential).
• 8+ years of geological experience, including:
• 5+ years in production geology
• 5+ years in Mineral Resource estimation
• 5+ years in consulting (experience may overlap)
• SACNASP registration (required).
• Technical depth across Datamine, Leapfrog Geo, Leapfrog Edge, and Surpac.
• Strong writing, reporting, and client engagement capabilities.
• Organised, deadline‑driven, and proactive with a quality‑first mindset.
• A team player with mentoring skills and a drive to uplift internal capability.
• Willingness to travel within South Africa and across African jurisdictions as needed.

What's in it for you:

• Join a respected, technically advanced consultancy working across Africa and beyond.
• Work with credible senior professionals who value your insight and independence.
• Access meaningful, complex work that spans exploration through to reporting.
• Help shape resource estimation processes and influence project decisions.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility, structured learning, and long‑term career development.

If you are driven by meaningful geological work and ready to take your consulting career to the next level, I want to hear from you!